unifi_list_port_forwards

List all port forwarding rules on your Unifi Network controller.

SERVERUniFi Access MCP SOURCEpypi:unifi-protect-mcp
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

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What unifi_list_port_forwards does on UniFi Access MCP

AI agents call unifi_list_port_forwards to retrieve information from UniFi Access MCP without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why unifi_list_port_forwards is rated Low

This tool performs read-only retrieval of port forwarding configuration data from the UniFi Network controller. It has no side effects, does not modify state, and does not execute commands or trigger external operations. The blast radius of misuse is minimal — an unauthorized agent could gain visibility into network topology but cannot alter access controls or cause damage. Classified as Read with low severity.

From the tool's definition Tool name and description indicate 'List all port forwarding rules' — a query-only operation that retrieves and displays existing network configuration without modification or execution.

Questions about unifi_list_port_forwards

What does the unifi_list_port_forwards tool do? +

List all port forwarding rules on your Unifi Network controller. It is categorised as a Read tool in the UniFi Access MCP MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on unifi_list_port_forwards? +

Register the UniFi Access MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for unifi_list_port_forwards: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches UniFi Access MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is unifi_list_port_forwards? +

unifi_list_port_forwards is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit unifi_list_port_forwards? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the unifi_list_port_forwards rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block unifi_list_port_forwards completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for unifi_list_port_forwards. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides unifi_list_port_forwards? +

unifi_list_port_forwards is provided by the UniFi Access MCP server (pypi:unifi-protect-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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